My first post-mission interview was with Mormon Book Reviews. Among other things, we discussed the recently renewed interest in the Hill Cumorah by the M2Cers and B2Cers.
One key point is the distinction between (i) the New York Cumorah/Ramah, which has long been taught as a fact, and (ii) speculation about the setting of other Book of Mormon events.
M2Cers (and B2Cers) try to conflate these two issues to support their respective "Two Cumorahs" theories (i.e., Meso and Baja).
For me, discussions about the setting of the Book of Mormon are always fun and amicable, with no need for contention. But these discussion are ultimately futile so long as most LDS scholars and their followers, such as the podcasters at Informed Saints, reject what the prophets have taught about Cumorah. If we don't accept what the prophets have taught about Cumorah, there is no reason for the Lord to reveal anything more about the setting of the Book of Mormon.
Lots of scriptures explain this principle.
You can watch the interview here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n68KQyv2nWM
Enjoy!
9 And now Alma began to expound these things unto him, saying: It is given unto many to know the mysteries of God; nevertheless they are laid under a strict command that they shall not impart only according to the portion of his word which he doth grant unto the children of men, according to the heed and diligence which they give unto him.
10 And therefore, he that will harden his heart, the same receiveth the lesser portion of the word;
16 This much did the Father command me, that I should tell unto them:
17 That other sheep I have which are not of this fold; them also I must bring, and they shall hear my voice; and there shall be one fold, and one shepherd.
18 And now, because of stiffneckedness and unbelief they understood not my word; therefore I was commanded to say no more of the Father concerning this thing unto them.
And let my servant Oliver Cowdery assist him, even as I have commanded, in whatsoever place I shall appoint unto him, to copy, and to correct, and select, that all things may be right before me, as it shall be proved by the Spirit through him.
10 Wherefore it behooveth me that he should be ordained by you, Oliver Cowdery mine apostle;
11 This being an ordinance unto you, that you are an elder under his hand, he being the first unto you, that you might be an elder unto this church of Christ, bearing my name—
12 And the first preacher of this church unto the church, and before the world, yea, before the Gentiles; yea, and thus saith the Lord God, lo, lo! to the Jews also. Amen.
10 And thy brother Oliver shall continue in bearing my name before the world, and also to the church. And he shall not suppose that he can say enough in my cause; and lo, I am with him to the end.
11 In me he shall have glory, and not of himself, whether in weakness or in strength, whether in bonds or free;
12 And at all times, and in all places, he shall open his mouth and declare my gospel as with the voice of a trump, both day and night. And I will give unto him strength such as is not known among men.
